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      community 22 M current protocol: dut+microneedling+min

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 22-year-old is using a hair loss treatment protocol including dutasteride, microneedling, 10% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride topical, a healthy diet, and a hair multivitamin. Users discuss the effectiveness of microneedling and the intensity of the treatment.

      community Feeling the 2nd, perhaps 1st, Dutasteride shed, might shave, might thug it out.

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after 6 months of using Dutasteride and oral minoxidil, despite previous regrowth and satisfaction with the results. They are considering shaving their head again and discuss the effectiveness of their treatment routine, which includes Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral, while also addressing concerns about side effects like erectile dysfunction and body composition changes.

      community 8+ months on topical fin/min. Looking for insight.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (5%) for over 8 months, experiencing significant hair shedding and loss of density, and is considering switching to topical dutasteride. They are hesitant to switch due to potential shedding but plan to wait until the 12-month mark before making a decision.

      community ED Finasteride Vs EOD Finasteride

      in Basic Questions  73 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss, comparing every day (ED) versus every other day (EOD) dosing. It suggests that both dosing schedules can be effective, but individual tolerance may vary.

      community (17M) Hair loss and Cystic Acnes / Dutasteride

      in Finasteride  109 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 17-year-old is using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing hair shedding and cystic acne. They are considering Dutasteride for acne but are concerned about potential side effects on genital development.

      community Dut only 0.5 mg, age 30 to 32,

      in Progress Pictures  106 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their experience using dutasteride for hair loss, noting subtle improvements and thicker hair without significant regrowth. They did not use finasteride or minoxidil, and experienced occasional shedding but no side effects.
      What Norwood am I?

      community What Norwood am I?

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and is concerned about his receding hairline, seeking advice on his Norwood scale classification. He is apprehensive about using Minoxidil and finasteride as treatments.

      community We need actual hair loss studies on Epristeride

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hair loss treatment effectiveness.

      community My story (22m, fin, min, niz, RU, dut –> part frontal hair system)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      User "hairplsrn" shares their hair loss journey, trying various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, but experiencing worsening hair loss. They decide to get a partial frontal hair system and continue medication, while others offer support and advice on staying on medication and focusing on overall confidence.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      community RU58841 is the only thing that worked for me, a DUPA sufferer

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      RU58841 was the only treatment that slowed hair loss and reduced irritation for a DUPA sufferer after trying finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride with no success. The user continues using 6mg oral minoxidil, 0.5mg dutasteride, and an 8% RU58841 solution.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community progress ? should i switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for 14 months, along with derma stamping and vitamins, but is considering switching to dutasteride due to dissatisfaction with progress. Users suggest cutting hair shorter to better track progress, and some recommend adding dutasteride and possibly a hair transplant in the future.

      community New Dutasteride Long Term Study (5 years) it works.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  106 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a five-year study on dutasteride, a medication for male hair loss. The study found that 89.9% of patients saw improvement or prevention of hair loss progression, with varying success rates based on different balding patterns. Side effects were mostly sexual and decreased over time. Dutasteride was concluded to be a long-term, safe, and effective treatment for male hair loss.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community Topical Dutasteride usage plan + build up prevention

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a 0.03% topical Dutasteride solution for hair loss, as it may be more effective than Finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. OP plans to apply it daily for 100 days, then reduce frequency, due to past negative cognitive effects from oral treatments.

      community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

       22 upvotes 8 years ago
      Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.